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Adding a Bathroom: Cost and Resale Value
Once upon a time, a lack of bathroom space in your home could easily be rectified by establishing a schedule amongst household members. Now, we're spending more time at home due to the global pandemic. So, you may be finding yourself sharing a little bit more of your...
Timeless Kitchen Trends To Use During Your Renovation
If you have chosen to embark upon a kitchen renovation, you may have heard the term “timeless” kitchen finishes. This term is exactly as it sounds – upgrades that will stand the test of time. The trends and elements you choose to remodel your kitchen with should...
How To: Make a Room Bigger Without Renovation
Sometimes, homeowners are not quite yet willing to take on a huge structural renovation. However, the need to make their cramped living space feel less confined can be overwhelming. Believe it or not, there are many ways to visually increase the size of a space...
4 Things to Look For in a New Construction Home
Purchasing a new construction home may seem like a more ideal purchase than an older home. Everything is brand new, will presumably last you a while, and you do not have to worry about any hidden surprises. That is not always the case. Just because a home is brand new...
How To: Make Your Home Festive For Fall
Decorating for the holiday season is always a sure-fire way to get you into the spirit! With celebration looking a little different this year, it may be the only way to retain a sense of normalcy. The design experts here at McDonough Construction have put together a...
What Is The Cost vs. Value Report?
If you have started to research how much a home remodel might cost you, then chances are you have heard of the Cost vs. Value report. Most home renos are completed from a sheer need that the homeowner desires. However, many renovations are also a result of the...
To DIY Or Not To DIY Is The Question
Managing your own home updates and repairs can be rewarding, but there are some tasks that fall outside the realm of do-it-yourself projects. Certain projects should be left to the pros, while smaller items can be added to your personal “to do” list. To safely gauge...
Pandemic Driven Home Updates
During the COVID-19 pandemic, Americans found comfort in finally working on those home upgrades that were put on the back burner. Home improvement stores were in a frenzy keeping shelves stocked and contractors were staying busy. Which projects seemed to spark the...
Home Improvement Loans: Pros & Cons
It is time: you have finally had enough of your outdated kitchen or bathroom. Or maybe your roof needs replacing. Or maybe you want to add onto your home because your family is growing. Whatever the reason, home remodels do come with a price tag. Not everyone has wads...
How-To Guide For Decorating a Small Space
Sometimes less is more, and that statement also applies to the way we live. Most of our clients wish to remodel or add onto their existing space to make it more open or larger. However, it is not uncommon for a client to be satisfied with their square footage and only...